Communication
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Starting the new school year
With the new term kicking off, clubs and societies are buzzing again! Our UK European Parliament group is thrilled for the year ahead. At our first meeting, Wellington students heading to Euroscola in October watched a video about the European Parliament in Strasbourg. The EPAS program is student-led, with Junior Ambassadors planning activities. Join us…
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European Food InfoPoint
We have our main info point near the library, but we wanted to add another one so more people would notice it. We added a display in the canteen with an array of European foods. We all researched a country each and selected a dish and some information. It is where the students queue up…
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Debate club
All year we have ran debate club where students debate a variety of topics, two shown in the attached photos. We are also going to do a staff vs student debate before summer in front of a larger audience and involving more people. EPAS Team Comment This is great to see! Getting students involved in…
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Clyst Vale Euros 2024
The event mirrored the Euros 2024 Championships, bringing together teams from all three school houses and lower years (7-10) for a fun, inclusive football competition. Organized by Mr. Adam Pearce, Head of Year 10, it was a hit! Check out the full write-up and results for more excitement!
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UK General Election Hustings
Junior Ambassadors from Queen Elizabeth’s School in Crediton hosted a lively election hustings for the upcoming UK general election. While focusing on the UK, they also discussed trends from recent European and French elections, highlighting the power of voting. Dive in to see how these young leaders are making a difference!
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European Elections Library stand and treasure hunt
Junior Ambassadors from the European Parliament got inspired and organized a treasure hunt to celebrate the European Elections. We teamed up with the Library, showcasing books on European history and democracy, and created an election-themed treasure hunt. Students searched for posters, solved secret messages, and competed for fun prizes!
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Assembly presentation to S5 pupils
Junior Ambassadors from Clevedon Secondary School gave a presentation to new Secondary 5 students. They highlighted the Ambassador Schools program and invited questions. Students were encouraged to join activities and reach out if they wanted to become Junior Ambassadors. Dive in and discover more about this exciting opportunity!
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German Exchange
In November and March, 37 Wellington students and their German partners joined a language and cultural exchange. UK students visited Germany for a week, and their German friends came to Scotland. The program included five days of workshops, sports, and team-building activities. Emilia’s report shares her exciting experience in the school magazine.
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Model United Nations
Wellington School Junior Ambassadors hosted a Model UN for Primary 7, focusing on Human Rights and Child Labour. Delegates worked in pairs or threes, representing 12 countries linked to the EU. The JAs led the event, from opening to closing, rewarding top delegations. Participants loved it, gaining skills and eager for more!
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Information point development
Over three days, Clevedon Secondary School’s Junior Ambassadors created an info board and leaflet detailing their goals in the EU Ambassador Schools program. These were showcased at their launch event and are now proudly displayed in the Humanities Faculty, regularly updated to spotlight their achievements. Check out their leaflet here!
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Using Languages in the Workplace
Wellington School’s Junior Ambassadors rocked a workshop to show how languages shine in the workplace. They kicked off with British Council films, picking three crowd-pleasers. Attendees listed language-related jobs before and after, revealing more opportunities. Fun activities kept everyone engaged. It was such a hit, they’re doing it again!
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EUROPE DAY 2024 CELEBRATION AT EUROPA SCHOOL UK
To celebrate Europe Day, our junior and senior ambassadors hosted a fun European food and games event. We showcased the EPAS club and shared info about the EU. On May 17th, students enjoyed homemade European sweets like French madeleines and Italian tiramisu cookies. It was a hit, with positive feedback all around!
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Student-led Europe Day assembly
Students at Manchester Hospital School’s Galaxy House CAMHS unit teamed up to create an assembly for Europe Day. They showcased EU cultures and ended with a fun quiz. A Junior Ambassador presented it online to KS2 and KS3 students at Galaxy House and Royal Manchester Children’s Hospital. Download their presentation [here](https://epas.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/formidable/12/8_5_24-Secondary-Assembly-EU.pptx).
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Europe Day Celebrations
On Thursday, May 9th, we celebrated Europe Day with enthusiasm! Our NHEHS EPAS club organized fun activities, including a ‘wear European flag colors’ day. Students were eager to learn about Europe’s impact on our lives. Year 12 Ambassadors supported Umunandi with donations. We also enjoyed quizzes and a European-themed escape room!
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Europe Day Quiz
To celebrate Europe Day, Junior Ambassadors at Carmel College joined a fun quiz about the EU and European Parliament. They even had a bonus round on European food, culture, destinations, and, of course, Eurovision! Dive into the excitement and discover more about this fantastic event.
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Digital EU Info Point
Junior Ambassadors at Alcester Grammar School crafted a PowerPoint presentation to display on their school’s digital screens. This serves as their Info Point, keeping everyone updated on the Ambassador Schools team’s activities. Check out a sample of their work here and stay informed about their exciting projects!
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European Elections InfoPoint
Junior Ambassadors from Lytham St Anne’s High School have set up slides in the dining room, sharing info on voting in the EU and celebrating Europe Day. This helps European students learn how to vote when they’re of age. The slides are up from May 9th to June 6th, covering the European Parliament elections.
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collaborative Website & Podcast “Pildoras europeas”
Students from Europa School UK and Instituto Español Vicente Cañada Blanch have teamed up to create a website for our EU-related projects. Our project, “European Pills,” aims to inspire students to conduct small, impactful research. We’ve launched a podcast, and each year, more episodes will be added. Dive in and explore!